In Studio and On Stage with Crusy

Martin Ikin

Synthesizing Success: The Martin Ikin Story

Martin Ikin, San Pacho, and Kaysin on the State of Global Tech House

United States

Superior Ingredients

The Roof at Superior Ingredients

How Bastian Bux Earned Money as DJ Before Ever Touching Turntables

Bastian Bux

5 Bastian Bux Tracks You Should Know

Bastian Bux Nearly Quit Music for Good

How a PlayStation Game Sparked Career Ambition for Bastian Bux

Ibiza Selects (September 26 – October 2)

deadmau5 and Richie Hawtin Among Speakers for Beatport’s Inaugural ReConnect Summit in New York

Track of the Week: Bastian Bux 'Kriminal Fried Chicken'

Spain

United Kingdom

bass house

house

tech house

Robyn Balliet

spanish techno

Madison Park

dance pop

Will Sass

Fresh off his 2024 award as one of 1001 Tracklists’ Top Producers, 

is returning for another unforgettable Gray Area party on April 5th, on The Roof of Superior Ingredients! A true house music legend, Ikin’s career is defined by soul and undeniable talent. His recent performances at iconic events like New World Festival, Claptone’s Masquerade, Toolroom Miami Music Week, Insomniac Records Pool Party, Day Trip, Splash House, and Louder Festival have set the stage for another incredible night.

. Hailing from Barcelona, Bux has built a formidable reputation with his house and techno sets, captivating audiences at iconic venues like 

 and festivals like Tomorrowland. Known for his groovy, high-energy performances, he has earned support from heavyweights like 

, gaining a fanbase that spans over forty countries.

, a New York-born and Detroit-raised artist now based in Los Angeles. She dropped her debut EP on 8 Bit Records, catching the attention of heavyweights like Marco Carolla and Eelke Kleijn. 

Regret

With releases on Insomniac Records, Kittball, and more, Robyn’s tracks have landed on charts and she's played major festival stages such as Day Trip, Escape Halloween, KASABLANCA, Interstellar, and more!

A DJ and producer since 1990, Martin Ikin brings a depth of expertise and style that makes him a rare gem in the music scene. A trained studio engineer and jazz pianist, Ikin has lent his remixing talents to some of the world’s top artists, including Noizu, Mariah Carey, Jamiroquai, Joey Negro, Masters At Work, MK, and Armand Van Helden. Beyond his DJ career, he is also a session player, piano teacher, and bandleader, seamlessly blending his instrumental prowess into his signature sound, marked by uplifting piano melodies and soulful beats.

Headnoise (Get Hype)

Ikin has released tracks on some of the industry's most respected labels, including Toolroom, Ultra, and Insomniac—not to mention his own Soul Purpose label. Despite his decades-long career, his hit “Hooked” on Fisher’s Catch and Release label and “Headnoise (Get Hype)” on Cr2 Records launched him to new heights, solidifying his place among house music’s elite.

Come celebrate the sound of a true master as Martin Ikin takes over the decks with the skill and soul that have defined his journey. Get ready for a night of authentic house music under the city skyline!

Martin Ikin w. Bastian Bux, Robyn Balliet

deep disco house

Lee Foss

OLAF

czsk viral pop

Misha

Mason Maynard

Quenville

Lee Foss w. Mason Maynard

Brazil

Classmatic

Slugg

latin house

Enzo is Burning

Arianna Danae

kisin

Classmatic w. Enzo Is Burning & Slugg

Italy

Matisa

Fundido

melodic house

melodic techno

afro house

mOat

Yes Yes Yes Label Showcase

progressive house

progressive trance

trance

uplifting trance

Aly & Fila

Aly & Fila [Open-to-Close]

Eli & Fur & Guests

indie dance

Clüb De Combat

Debut

Gray Area's new venture, "Debut," aims to bridge the international house music community by bringing established and emerging artists to cities they've never performed in. This initiative seeks to expand artists' fan bases and provide fans with fresh, exhilarating musical experiences. Having played a role in introducing major artists and brands like elrow and Awakenings to new audiences in the past, Gray Area believes in the magic of first-time experiences. By promoting artists in new venues and cities, they hope to cultivate a thriving, unified house music ecosystem. Debut is not merely a marketing strategy but embodies Gray Area's commitment to fostering collaboration, unity, and musical discovery.

Debut: Clüb De Combat First New York Performance

fidget house

Justin Martin

uk tech house

Eskuche

Cristina Lazic

Cut & Sew

Justin Martin w. Eskuche & Cristina Lazic

France

organic house

Sébastien Léger

Israel

israeli techno

Roy Rosenfeld

Lost Miracle: Sébastien Léger x Roy Rosenfeld

stutter house

bad tuner

Gilligan Moss

BLUE

BLUE: bad tuner & Gilligan Moss

Luttrell

Luttrell & Friends

Zimbabwe

Nitefreak

Nitefreak & Guests

classic progressive house

diva house

tribal house

Deep Dish

Deep Dish & Guests

dark techno

italian techno

Marco Faraone

Marco Faraone & Friends

multidisciplinary

Eli Fola

Netherlands

dutch experimental electronic

William Djoko

Floyd Lavine

Tech Afrique

Tech Afrique w. Eli Fola, Floyd Lavine & William Djoko

Portugal

portuguese techno

Hozho

HOZHO & Guests

mexican edm

Tom & Collins

Terms and Conditions

Tom & Collins Presents Terms and Conditions

Pretty Pink

minimal techno

deep house

Rodriguez Jr.

Mascolo

BLUE: Mascolo, Pretty Pink, Rodriguez Jr. [Hybrid Live]

MoBlack

Moblack & Guests

afrobeats

afrobeat

alté

afropop

afropiano

amapiano

Sarz

The Room at Superior Ingredients

Sarz After Dark

deep groove house

uk dance

Low Steppa

SYREETA

Low Steppa w. SYREETA

Ireland

irish electronic

Rebūke

Rebūke & Friends

TOBEHONEST

WELKER

TOBEHONEST w. Welker

Martin Ikin & Guests

Martin Ikin w. Bastian Bux, Robyn Balliet

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